Students implement computer safety techniques to succeed in regional finals Liberty University’s Cyber Defense Club placed second in the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition at Johns Hopkins University March 28 – 29. After placing top eight at the virtual qualifier for the competition, which was done remotely from Liberty’s campus, the Cyber Defense Club, which teaches students computer security techniques, was […]
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In honor of Autism Awareness Month in April, Liberty’s Autism Speaks U is hosting several events in order to raise awareness about autism among students and Lynchburg residents.
The month kicked off April 2 on the steps of DeMoss Hall for World Autism Awareness Day. There, Autism Speaks […]
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Covering an expanse equivalent to the size of 35 football fields, more than 93,000 employees of major companies in the broadcast world from all 50 states attended the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show in Las Vegas, among them a Liberty professor and two Liberty students. Sam Farnsworth and Jerusha O’Dell, communications majors at Liberty, represented Sony on the floor […]
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Freshman Erin Kelly, daughter of NFL Hall-of-Famer Jim Kelly, relies on faith as family faces medical troubles For the past four weekends, Liberty University freshman Erin Kelly has boarded a plane bound for New York City. Each Thursday night, she packs some homework and anything else she might need for the trip and returns three days later, ready for class […]
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Majors undergo revision to allow for students to have greater opportunities in classrooms and careers After months of contemplation and strategizing, many departments within Liberty University have decided to alter their Degree Completion Plans (DCP) in an effort to accommodate the growing needs of the student body. According to Center of Academic Support and Advising Services Executive Director for Administration […]
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Team defeats six universities, scores 190 points against tournament champion Harvard in first trip to ICT Liberty University’s Quiz Bowl team ranked 20th in the national Intercollegiate Championship Tournament (ICT) March 29, according to Jim Nutter, Quiz Bowl coach. The tournament took place at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Rosemont, Ill., which is a suburb of Chicago. Liberty’s team took […]
Read moreTowns writes study Bible Author and Liberty University Co-founder Elmer Towns has completed his newest work since the announcement of his sabbatical during the fall of 2013 – “The Prayer Bible,” which will be released April 27. According to the book’s press release, Towns co-wrote this prayer Bible with the late Dr. Roy Zuck. Towns translated each verse of the […]
Read moreFalwell encourages students to vote With Lynchburg City Council Elections approaching May 10, Liberty University President Jerry Falwell said he would like to encourage students to participate in the local political process. “It only takes a small turnout to make a difference during these off-season elections, 3,000 votes is all it takes to swing the election one way or the […]
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Falwell announces possible civic center President Jerry Falwell announced at a faculty meeting Wednesday, April 2, that Liberty University has presented a draft proposal to Lynchburg officials for a civic center. According to the press release, the proposal could serve as an outline for an agreement between the city and Liberty. “The proposal calls for the university to pay for […]
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Texas U.S. senator encourages students to take a stand for their religious rights Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, expressed concern for attacks on American religious liberty and encouraged students to take a stand for their freedom in his Convocation address April 2. “We are here today to talk about something a lot more important than politics,” Cruz said. “I’m here today […]
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Athletic teams share about their accomplishments from the last semester The Liberty Flames Club held its last luncheon of the semester Thursday, April 3, at 12 p.m. for its dedicated members to enjoy a meal and learn about how Liberty University sports teams performed this semester. Director of Athletics Development and Flames Club Bob Good introduced the event with prayer […]
Read moreFACS students prepare for their annual fashion show As the semester comes to a close, students have the opportunity to watch as more than 40 models walk the runway in handmade works of art, which make their debut in the Family and Consumer Science (FACS) Department’s “Go Green, Go Glam” fashion show April. 12. According to Fashion Show Advisor and […]
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Women gather at the Hancock Welcome Center for games and a bit of fun The Liberty University Office of Military Affairs hosted its third Military Spouse Brunch at the Hancock Welcome Center Saturday, April 5. The event provided fellowship and food to approximately 20 women whose husbands are in the military. As the spouses enjoyed brunch, keynote speaker Soledad Moore […]
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Liberty holds seminar to emphasize the importance of remembering American history Liberty University held the 18th Annual Civil War Seminar April 4-5, featuring prominent speakers such as the “nation’s leading authority on America’s Civil War” Dr. James “Bud” Robertson, according to the Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History website. The seminar also featured Virginia Military Institute graduate and former […]
Read more“SCCA Goes Pro” Video Contest begins Students from Liberty University’s School of Communication & Creative Arts (SCCA) will soon be creatively showcasing some of their best work from their undergraduate education in the “SCCA Goes Pro” Video Contest, according to SCCA Dean Norman Mintle. The competition, which will run from April 7 until 12 p.m. April 21, encourages undergraduate SCCA […]
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